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Planning a trip to Wheeling, or wondering where to plan your next trip? If the thought of a “friendly city” sounds impossible, then you haven’t been to Wheeling, West Virginia.
Wheeling’s scenic riverfront location, century-spanning historical sites, shopping that will satisfy anyone's’ taste and fun and entertainment — both indoors and out — solidify the area’s reputation as both memorable and affordable.
If you’re looking for the fast life of gambling or a slow walk through a bountiful garden, Wheeling is your place to play! Does a historical landmark spark your interest? Then Wheeling is your place to play! Are you looking to indulge your artistic side with a great show or a visit a classic museum full of local flare, then Wheeling is your place to play! Does the word “shopping” make your eyes wide with excitement, then Wheeling is your place to play! Finally, when someone asks you, “What time is tee/tea time?” Do you picture a vast golf course or a beautiful tea set? Either way, Wheeling is your place to play!
Oglebay Resort has world-class golf courses that welcome both beginners to pros, and our zoo boasts more than 80 species of animals nestled in 30 acres of flowers, trees, hills and valleys. And Wheeling Island Hotel Casino and Racetrack is a place for fun and excitement with its more than 2,000 slots, 63 table games and six restaurants —plus, it was voted the #1 greyhound track in America.
If you enjoy a walk through a museum or a theatre, then you’ll be pleased to hear that Wheeling has many of both. Carriage House Museum has beautiful glass and glass-blowing shows, and the Victorian Vaudeville Theatre features “the King” Elvis every Saturday. Visit the Capitol Theatre, which reopens in September, for a Broadway show, concert or classic movie. The Stifel Fine Arts Center offers exhibits and musical performances throughout the year. Wesbanco Arena hosts everything from concerts, to ice shows, to our local symphony and the Wheeling Nailers!
And you can even take a trip down memory lane at the Kruger Street Toy and Train Museum.
Wheeling is known for its incredible history, and West Virginia became a state at the historic West Virginia Independence Hall and the Historic National Road is full of landmarks. Take a tour of our old Victorian town, or take in the Wheeling Suspension Bridge, the true gateway to the West!
And Wheeling has some of the most unique shopping! Centre Market is West Virginia’s longest continuously operating market houses. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful piece of furniture, a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry or an imported cheese, you’ll find it here. Centre Market is also home to Coleman’s Fish Market whose fish sandwich was named the best in the country. The Highlands offers another unique shopping experience, and in 2004, Wheeling joined an exclusive club when it became home to Cabela’s Outdoor Outfitters.
New attractions and events are created daily, so don’t miss out on all the shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment in Wheeling, West Virginia!
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